StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog Achieving a healthy work-life balance can be a significant challenge, particularly for business owners.  The incessant demands of running a business often leave little room for personal time and relaxation.  However, striking a better work-life balance is vital for personal well-being and the sustained success of a business.  Here are five practical tips to help you find that crucial balance: 1 – Establish Clear Boundaries and Prioritise Tasks It’s essential to set clear boundaries between work and personal life. Define specific worki ..read more

StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog In our fast-paced world, stress has become an all-too-common companion for many of us. From work pressures to personal challenges, it can feel like there’s no escape.  However, amidst this hustle and bustle, there’s a growing trend that’s offering a unique approach to stress management: online psychic readings.  While some may be sceptical, there are several ways in which these readings can provide valuable support for managing stress. 1 – Insight Into The Future One of the primary sources of stress is uncertainty about the future. Online ..read more

StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog Another week has flown by, which means it is time for my weekly round up post Ramblings Of A StressedMum – 03/05/2024. Where I share what has been happening in the StressedMum household this week. I seem to have had one of those weeks where, I have done a lot. But achieved hardly anything. Do you get weeks like that. I will say, I have been dealing with so many dramas, appointments for everyone. Which is why I am a little late in posting my weekly round up post. Baby Budgies As you know the eggs we had did not hatch. However, C’s friends bird laid 6 ..read more

StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog Credit – Pixabay CC0 License Modern life is stressful. After all, everyone has issues ranging from financial worries to health concerns or family matters to manage. Therefore, knowing how to keep stress levels lower will be hugely beneficial. Here are six of the best solutions at your disposal.  1| Sleep Better We can all confirm that we feel happier and more energetic after a good night’s sleep. Conversely, a lack of sleep leaves us feeling very groggy and irritable. Therefore, investing in a better mattress and evening habits is advised. This ..read more

StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog On chilly nights the worst thing is waiting for the central heating system to start warming up. Those agonisingly cold minutes seem to drag along until the radiators start emitting heat. This problem is easily solved with electric radiators – an energy-efficient heating solution that gives you precise temperature control and doesn’t leave you with sky-high energy bills. In the UK, gas central heating has been the go-to heating system for decades. However, over the last few years, the electric radiator range has become increasingly popular – electric ..read more

StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog If you’ve ever moved house with young kids then you’ll appreciate just how stressful it can be. There’s just so much to do. Everything from getting the house tidy enough for those all-important estate agent photos to keeping all of your baby essentials easy to find. Thankfully there are a few things you can do to help take some of the stress out of moving house. We’ve got a few of them here for you. Take the uncertainty out of selling One of the parts of moving house that can cause your anxiety to skyrocket is the UK property market. In this co ..read more

StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog As you know, along with my regular posts, I do also review products as well. I always write reviews on truth and how we found the products. Which is why I feel the need to write an update on my HiGRID review. Although the mattress we had was not that old, my husband did not like it. Before I said yes to reviewing this mattress. I did proper research. I was happy with the company and the science behind the mattress. So I agreed to the review. All we both wanted was a decent nights sleep. As you will see from the post I felt like I was tilting from th ..read more

StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog I have noticed over the years, that my sleep pattern has changed. Sleep really does seem to be age related. We go from sleeping through the night, to having a more fragmented sleep. Where we spend less time in a deep sleep. Not to mention trips to the bathroom. How To Have A Better Nights Sleep When away we all love getting into our own bed when we get home. So ensuring that we get the best nights sleep is important. Getting Older As we age, our sleep patterns can change, often resulting in more fragmented sleep and less time spent in deep sleep sta ..read more

StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog Something we all do from the moment we get up in the morning is walk. We are encouraged to take our steps each day. Which is tracked on our phones or watches. We just get into a routine of walking. I walk my dogs, even doing things around my home adds up to quite a few steps. Sadly, for some walking is painful. There are medical conditions that makes it painful. Which is why we are looking at some of the reasons you can suffer pain in your feet, and how these can be helped with orthotic sandals for women. How Can Orthotic Sandals Help? Orthotic sand ..read more

StressedMum - A Parenting and Lifestyle Blog When it comes to choosing the perfect new baby gift, you want to make sure it’s not just another generic item. The thought behind the gift can truly make it special. From personalised touches to practical baby furniture, the options are endless. Imagine the joy on the parents’ faces when they receive a gift that suits their lifestyle perfectly. So, how can you make sure your gift stands out and brings a smile to everyone’s face? Let’s find out. Must-Have Essentials for Every New Parent When preparing to welcome a new baby, having essential items on ..read more